The due dates for library materials are returning to their original lengths of time.

DVDs: 7 days
Books and CD audio books: 21 days

We are still quarantining all returns for 72 hours. We are not charging fines and will forgive any fines accrued as a result of our quarantine. If the quarantine has affected your account or your ability to place holds please contact us at 972-205-2500 or email LIB-SUPPORT.

While the Garland Libraries have reopened, we want to keep curbside pickup available for patrons who prefer it at this time.  

Curbside pickup - by appointment only!
Central Library: Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Branch Libraries: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 6.p.m.

• Place items on hold as you normally would. You may use our online catalog, the library app “GarlandPL” or call the library at 972-205-2500. 
• Mobile printing is available for curbside pickup.
• You may request copies of the 1040 tax form and 1040 form instructions be delivered with your items. This only applies to the paper 1040 forms and instructions that were sent to us by the IRS.
• Call the library when you receive an automated message that your hold is ready. We will schedule a pick up time and check them out to you*. 
• When you arrive at the library, park in the designated spot in front of the library and call us. We will use your library card or ID to confirm your identity. 
• We will put you on hold while your materials are retrieved and put outside on tables or carts.
• After staff is back in the building, we will come back on the line to inform you that your items are ready. 
• PLEASE STAY IN YOUR CAR until we tell you your items are ready.
• You go home with fun library materials. Thank you!

Interlibrary Loan has been suspended while we and other library systems get back to normal business operations. 

For everyone’s protection, we will maintain appropriate social distancing measures. Your library card must be current and in good standing (fines under $10) to use this service. This service is for picking up items on hold ONLY. The library reserves the right to cancel curbside pickup due to inclement weather or limited staffing. There is a 10 item limit.  Scheduled service hours for curbside may be adjusted as needed.

We do encourage you to use our online resources including downloadable books, newspapers, magazines and graphic novels. We also have a wide selection of homework resources including online tutoring and test prep in ONLINE RESOURCES.

Garland Libraries have opened the book drops and are accepting returns.

• All returned items will be quarantined for 72 hours before being checked in.
• We are not charging fines and will forgive any fines accrued as a result of our quarantine. If the quarantine has affected your account or your ability to place holds please contact us at 972-205-2500 or email LIB-SUPPORT.

If you have any questions about your library card, or are having trouble using your library card, please call 972-205-2500 during open hours or email questions to lib-support anytime.

During this time we are extending expired library cards for those who do not feel comfortable coming in. We are open to the public, so you can come in and present a current and valid photo ID to complete the card renewal process and gain the full four-year extension.  

Library Card – Online Registration

Need a Garland Library card to access online resources?  Get a 60-day temporary library card good for our databases plus OverDrive downloadable books and RBDigital magazines, newspapers and comics.  A valid email address is required.  This card is only good for online resources and cannot be used for physical items in the libraries.

What can you do online?

Online Resource Tutorials

The Garland Libraries offer video tutorials on how to use many of our online resources.  Learn how to use Value Line, Mango Languages, Testing and Education Reference Center, Chilton Auto Repair and many more. Also included are tutorials on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, Gmail, Google Photos, and Goodreads.

Garland Libraries have implemented a new open Wi-Fi system. We no longer require a library card to access the internet wirelessly. You do still need to bring your own device to the library and you will need a Garland Library card to access the library’s online resources.

Look for “GarlandPublic” in your Wi-Fi settings - network list. 

GISD Chromebooks can also use GarlandPublic to access Classrooms and Google Docs (our previous system did not always allow this).